N Sims
@copyrightlibn.bsky.social
Copyright specialist at UMN Libs, JD/MLIS. IP & techlaw, leftishness. Random pets/bugs/crafts/hyperlocal politics, etc. Gender-ambivalent, any pronouns fine.
Reposted by N Sims
Notably, many of the city council members doing on the ground work have backgrounds that many establishment Dems locally have considered disqualifying. Voters disagreed, and for good reason as we see now.
January 15, 2026 at 3:14 PM
Notably, many of the city council members doing on the ground work have backgrounds that many establishment Dems locally have considered disqualifying. Voters disagreed, and for good reason as we see now.
Reposted by N Sims
can you afford to be faithful to things that are not faithful to you?
January 15, 2026 at 2:12 PM
can you afford to be faithful to things that are not faithful to you?
Is it a kidney stone, or is it just *gestures around* all everything?
January 14, 2026 at 10:48 PM
Is it a kidney stone, or is it just *gestures around* all everything?
Reposted by N Sims
Just make them put their NAMES on their JACKETS, ffs. QR codes are annoying enough when it's a menu.
January 14, 2026 at 5:40 PM
Just make them put their NAMES on their JACKETS, ffs. QR codes are annoying enough when it's a menu.
Reposted by N Sims
Everything is really scary and horrible, and on the utter flipside, we made these really adorable valentines.
The dissonance of seeing horror, then posting "hey buy some cute valentines" is making me feel loopy.
But also nice things persist despite terror? Ugh idk.
Get 'em at SquidFacts.net
The dissonance of seeing horror, then posting "hey buy some cute valentines" is making me feel loopy.
But also nice things persist despite terror? Ugh idk.
Get 'em at SquidFacts.net
January 13, 2026 at 1:46 AM
Everything is really scary and horrible, and on the utter flipside, we made these really adorable valentines.
The dissonance of seeing horror, then posting "hey buy some cute valentines" is making me feel loopy.
But also nice things persist despite terror? Ugh idk.
Get 'em at SquidFacts.net
The dissonance of seeing horror, then posting "hey buy some cute valentines" is making me feel loopy.
But also nice things persist despite terror? Ugh idk.
Get 'em at SquidFacts.net
Reposted by N Sims
Also, if a fake wedding photographer doesn't have to photograph a hypothetical gay couple's wedding, I don't have to serve beer to Nazis.
January 14, 2026 at 2:58 PM
Also, if a fake wedding photographer doesn't have to photograph a hypothetical gay couple's wedding, I don't have to serve beer to Nazis.
Reposted by N Sims
A little preview of some of the past I've drawn on for what I'm publishing tomorrow. Arguments over who "real" Americans are and whether we can hold close our cultural and religious heritage *and* be American go way back. This is from 1916, but I have clips going back to the 1890s.
January 14, 2026 at 3:18 AM
A little preview of some of the past I've drawn on for what I'm publishing tomorrow. Arguments over who "real" Americans are and whether we can hold close our cultural and religious heritage *and* be American go way back. This is from 1916, but I have clips going back to the 1890s.
Reposted by N Sims
Apologies if you know this or it came up already but you can get query logs of your DL#, plate#, VIN, or permit to carry # from DPS/DVS/BCA. They have to turn it over within 10 days of request. It will identify the agency who did it, with a timestamp, what they asked for, what they got in response.
January 13, 2026 at 9:37 PM
Apologies if you know this or it came up already but you can get query logs of your DL#, plate#, VIN, or permit to carry # from DPS/DVS/BCA. They have to turn it over within 10 days of request. It will identify the agency who did it, with a timestamp, what they asked for, what they got in response.
Reposted by N Sims
Guys I think they're instantly getting DVS data.
Pulled up next to this guy on central going south in Columbia heights, followed him, they turned around, got on 694, crossed the river, and went straight to my house in Brooklyn center.
Pulled up next to this guy on central going south in Columbia heights, followed him, they turned around, got on 694, crossed the river, and went straight to my house in Brooklyn center.
January 12, 2026 at 4:33 PM
Guys I think they're instantly getting DVS data.
Pulled up next to this guy on central going south in Columbia heights, followed him, they turned around, got on 694, crossed the river, and went straight to my house in Brooklyn center.
Pulled up next to this guy on central going south in Columbia heights, followed him, they turned around, got on 694, crossed the river, and went straight to my house in Brooklyn center.
Reposted by N Sims
There are so many chemical weapons hanging in the air it’s just ambient out here. Go outside to take out the trash or check the mail or whatever and you start coughing and your eyes start burning
January 13, 2026 at 8:29 PM
There are so many chemical weapons hanging in the air it’s just ambient out here. Go outside to take out the trash or check the mail or whatever and you start coughing and your eyes start burning
Reposted by N Sims
📣 DID YOU KNOW? 🚁
Ongoing aerial surveillance and "crowd monitoring" by the MN State Patrol in coordination with the MPD is shared directly with federal forces, including DHS & ICE, with no local oversight.
Here's what that means, and what we our state and local officials must do about it NOW.
Ongoing aerial surveillance and "crowd monitoring" by the MN State Patrol in coordination with the MPD is shared directly with federal forces, including DHS & ICE, with no local oversight.
Here's what that means, and what we our state and local officials must do about it NOW.
What Minnesotans Need to Know Right Now About State & Federal Surveillance
What Minnesotans Need to Know Right Now About State & Federal Surveillance Minnesota has built a military-grade surveillance system that now feeds federal enforcement. Here’s what we can do about it...
docs.google.com
January 13, 2026 at 8:29 PM
📣 DID YOU KNOW? 🚁
Ongoing aerial surveillance and "crowd monitoring" by the MN State Patrol in coordination with the MPD is shared directly with federal forces, including DHS & ICE, with no local oversight.
Here's what that means, and what we our state and local officials must do about it NOW.
Ongoing aerial surveillance and "crowd monitoring" by the MN State Patrol in coordination with the MPD is shared directly with federal forces, including DHS & ICE, with no local oversight.
Here's what that means, and what we our state and local officials must do about it NOW.
Mainstream news seems to be talking about protesters in Minnesota. There are some.
But most of the clips you might see of whistles or car horns or shouting are just people in the neighborhood.
youtu.be/YZlC-GhzNos?...
But most of the clips you might see of whistles or car horns or shouting are just people in the neighborhood.
youtu.be/YZlC-GhzNos?...
Sesame Street: People in Your Neighborhood with David
YouTube video by Sesame Street
youtu.be
January 13, 2026 at 8:29 PM
Mainstream news seems to be talking about protesters in Minnesota. There are some.
But most of the clips you might see of whistles or car horns or shouting are just people in the neighborhood.
youtu.be/YZlC-GhzNos?...
But most of the clips you might see of whistles or car horns or shouting are just people in the neighborhood.
youtu.be/YZlC-GhzNos?...
Reposted by N Sims
what the client often hears from that is "this lawyer disagrees with my cause and disapproves of my politics" - which is not the correct way to hear it.
Remember, Fae Rules apply with the law: listen to *exactly* what's said, and don't assume beyond that - ask followup questions.
Remember, Fae Rules apply with the law: listen to *exactly* what's said, and don't assume beyond that - ask followup questions.
January 12, 2026 at 5:54 PM
what the client often hears from that is "this lawyer disagrees with my cause and disapproves of my politics" - which is not the correct way to hear it.
Remember, Fae Rules apply with the law: listen to *exactly* what's said, and don't assume beyond that - ask followup questions.
Remember, Fae Rules apply with the law: listen to *exactly* what's said, and don't assume beyond that - ask followup questions.
Reposted by N Sims
I added a few new itty-bitty paintings to my Ko-Fi shop. Only one set of each ko-fi.com/1626SLXL3044...
January 9, 2026 at 7:33 PM
I added a few new itty-bitty paintings to my Ko-Fi shop. Only one set of each ko-fi.com/1626SLXL3044...
Reposted by N Sims
It's worth your time to call Hilton to cancel your account with them. 1-800-446-6677. Here's why:
They asked me if it was because of the ICE thing. I said it was. Then they suggested I wait a couple days to see if they were going to change course.
The pressure is getting to them. Let's keep it up.
They asked me if it was because of the ICE thing. I said it was. Then they suggested I wait a couple days to see if they were going to change course.
The pressure is getting to them. Let's keep it up.
Boycott Hilton Hotels
January 11, 2026 at 11:42 PM
It's worth your time to call Hilton to cancel your account with them. 1-800-446-6677. Here's why:
They asked me if it was because of the ICE thing. I said it was. Then they suggested I wait a couple days to see if they were going to change course.
The pressure is getting to them. Let's keep it up.
They asked me if it was because of the ICE thing. I said it was. Then they suggested I wait a couple days to see if they were going to change course.
The pressure is getting to them. Let's keep it up.
Reposted by N Sims
they want you to think minneapolis is dangerous. more of brass solidarity band performing today at powderhorn park at the anti ICE protest after their agent killed renee good. the band is made up of community members around george floyd square and they bring joy to every action they appear at
January 11, 2026 at 2:29 AM
they want you to think minneapolis is dangerous. more of brass solidarity band performing today at powderhorn park at the anti ICE protest after their agent killed renee good. the band is made up of community members around george floyd square and they bring joy to every action they appear at
Reposted by N Sims
"when you say its a May Day parade, do you mean like the sun worship May Day or the international workers labor day May Day?"
"yes"
"yes"
I'm still laid up sick at home, thinking about Powderhorn Park and everything it means to the community. Watching this video from Mayday last year to remind me of the importance of radical joy
January 10, 2026 at 10:45 PM
"when you say its a May Day parade, do you mean like the sun worship May Day or the international workers labor day May Day?"
"yes"
"yes"
Bald eagle circling above grain elevators on Hiawatha Ave this afternoon. Harried away by a hawk half its size.
January 10, 2026 at 11:32 PM
Bald eagle circling above grain elevators on Hiawatha Ave this afternoon. Harried away by a hawk half its size.
Reposted by N Sims
Reposted by N Sims
Reposted by N Sims
We have like 5 coats left after our event today. PLEASE bring coats and boots and snow pants to any of our drop off locations! Link in bio
Here in #Minneapolis, even with all the shit going on, it's still cold out, and a small donation to groups like @supplydepotmpls.bsky.social might save a life.
I cannot emphasize enough that if you feel sad, donating money makes you feel better. Local food bank, diaper bank, mutual aid, a favorite charity, cancer research, or a local news site like @thecity.nyc; there are so many options. Money is the most efficient donation. Or sign up to volunteer.
January 9, 2026 at 7:53 PM
We have like 5 coats left after our event today. PLEASE bring coats and boots and snow pants to any of our drop off locations! Link in bio
Reposted by N Sims
fortunately(!), i believe in a future where we're all free from coercive "consent" and threats to withhold shelter, or medical care, or food, or whatever other fundamental human needs that ought to be rights. wishing to exercise that isn't pessimistic about technology; it's optimistic about humanity
January 9, 2026 at 5:00 PM
fortunately(!), i believe in a future where we're all free from coercive "consent" and threats to withhold shelter, or medical care, or food, or whatever other fundamental human needs that ought to be rights. wishing to exercise that isn't pessimistic about technology; it's optimistic about humanity
Reposted by N Sims
i think it's incredibly bleak, so pessimistic that it should be disqualifying, for people to come up to you and say that some technology that is ruining your life and the lives of people you care about, to say that technology is just inevitable and now part of the landscape you have to internalize.
January 9, 2026 at 4:56 PM
i think it's incredibly bleak, so pessimistic that it should be disqualifying, for people to come up to you and say that some technology that is ruining your life and the lives of people you care about, to say that technology is just inevitable and now part of the landscape you have to internalize.
Reposted by N Sims
We need an emergency mayday parade
January 8, 2026 at 10:46 PM
We need an emergency mayday parade
Reposted by N Sims
“New ‘civic discourse’ platforms entered the market to demonstrate to lawmakers that students were… ‘engaged’ in civil disagreement. [R]equiring students to identify where they stand on controversial issues — has become the answer, apparently, via apps that also track… the change in student views.”
Opinion | The Noxiousness of Civic-Discourse Platforms
Higher ed’s latest obsession forsakes its mission.
www.chronicle.com
January 8, 2026 at 10:48 PM
“New ‘civic discourse’ platforms entered the market to demonstrate to lawmakers that students were… ‘engaged’ in civil disagreement. [R]equiring students to identify where they stand on controversial issues — has become the answer, apparently, via apps that also track… the change in student views.”